2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 627 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2009 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon 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 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus X | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
