2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2004 Ford F-150
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 F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 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 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus X | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
