2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 929 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lincoln MKS (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Taurus | MKS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1565 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |