2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 678 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Taurus X | Villager |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |