2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 763 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus X | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 82 L |
