2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 698 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Taurus X | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
