2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Holden Caprice. (262 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 814 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2005 Holden Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice 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 | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Taurus X | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3009 mm |
