2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1019 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taurus X | Routan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |