2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 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 147 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
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2008 Ford Taurus X | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus X | Fit |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |