2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, both 2008 Ford Taurus X and 2008 Nissan Tiida 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 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (124 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Tiida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida. 2008 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Tiida has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Tiida 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus X | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
