2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 526 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus X | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 57 L |
