2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Cube. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taurus | Cube |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |