2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2008 Ford Taurus X and 2008 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus RX weights approximately 663 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Lexus RX (340 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus RX 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 | 2008 Lexus RX | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Taurus X | RX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 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 | 73 L |