2008 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | GS | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |
