2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 3,494 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 51 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 583 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus X | Avancier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |