2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 763 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.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taurus | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
