2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 339 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2008 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Taurus X | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Taurus X | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |