2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 5 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 26 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 554 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Taurus X | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
