2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 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 3,500 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 16 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 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 X6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taurus X | X6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 85 L |