2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2004 Ford F-250
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-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1533 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X. 2008 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2004 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Taurus X | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Taurus X | F-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 144 L |