2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 2 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 3,496 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 197 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus X weights approximately 107 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taurus X | i10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
