2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 4 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 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 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus X | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 142 L |
