2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 3 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 (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2011 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 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 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taurus X | 118 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |