2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 4 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 102 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Taurus | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |
