2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 766 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus X | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |