2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (284 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 665 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus. 2013 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
