2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 828 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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, both vehicles can yield 332 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus X | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |