2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 22 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. (242 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 592 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Taurus X | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1669 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2662 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
