2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2008 Honda NSX

To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 378 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.

Because 2008 Honda NSX 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 2008 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Taurus X 2008 Honda NSX
Make Ford Honda
Model Taurus X NSX
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3496 cc 2975 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 263 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 284 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1107 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L


 

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