2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taurus X | R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
