2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape 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 62 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 411 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus X | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
