2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1107 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taurus X | Titan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 106 L |