2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Pilot 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 23 more horse power than 2003 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Pilot weights approximately 7 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Pilot.
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2008 Ford Taurus X | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus X | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |