2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 342 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
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2008 Ford Taurus X | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Taurus X | Compass |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |