2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, both 2008 Ford Taurus X and 2008 Saturn Astra 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 123 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Astra. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Astra weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra. 2008 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2008 Saturn Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Saturn Astra 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.
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2008 Ford Taurus X | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Taurus X | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 46 L |