2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Renault Logan
To start off, 2011 Renault Logan is newer by 3 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 196 more horse power than 2011 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Logan weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Logan. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Logan. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 2011 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | Logan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
