2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 853 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Taurus X | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
