2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 5 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 25 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 573 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taurus | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |