2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,494 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 57 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 875 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Taurus X | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
