2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, both 2008 Ford Taurus X and 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 433 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Taurus X | Endeavor |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 81 L |