2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
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 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus X | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taurus X | Titan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |