2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra 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 136 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 213 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus X | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
