2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,475 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1293 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus X | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |