2008 Ford Taurus SEL
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2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD

2008 Ford Taurus  SEL

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2011 Ford Taurus  Limited AWD
2008 Ford Taurus SEL 2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD Difference
Name SEL Limited AWD
Price $ 30,899 $ 40,999
Body Sedan Sedan
Doors 4 Doors 4 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve 3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve
Power 263 hp @ 6250 rpm 263 hp @ 6250 rpm
Number of Seats 5 Seats 5 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6-speed automatic transmission 6-speed automatic transmission
Cargo Space 600.0 L 569.0 L 31 (5%)
Maximum Cargo Space 600.0 L 569.0 L 31 (5%)
Wheel Type 17'' alloy wheels 19'' chromed alloy wheels
Series Taurus V Taurus VI
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive All-wheel drive
Horsepower 263 HP 263 HP 0 (0%)
Torque 287 N.m 287 N.m 0 (0%)
Top Speed 235 km/h 235 km/h 0 (0%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 7.6 s 7.7 s 0.1 (1%)
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline) Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 11.6 L/100km 12.3 L/100km 0.7 (6%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 7.0 L/100km 7.8 L/100km 0.8 (11%)
Gear Type auto auto
Weight 1,783 KG 1,981 KG
Brand Ford Ford
Model Taurus Taurus
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 15.3 s 14.1 s 1.2 (8%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 150.1 km/h 145.0 km/h 5.12 (3%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 25.4 s 26.3 s 0.9 (4%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 169.0 km/h 163.2 km/h 5.76 (3%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

Taurus V vs Taurus VI Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2008 Ford Taurus SEL 2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with RDSAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jack
Air ConditionningDual-zone auto climate controlDual-zone automatic climate control
Cruise ControlYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorIlluminated driver vanity mirrorDriver-side illuminated vanity mirror
Engine Block Heater (Option)YesYes
Front WipersIntermittent front wipersVariable intermittent windshield wipers
Multi-CD ChangerIn-dash 6-CD/MP3 changerIn-dash 6-CD/MP3 changer
Navigation System (Option)Voice actived navigation systemNavigation system with touch-screen
Number of Speakers4 speakers7 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorIlluminated passenger side vanity mirrorFront passenger-side illuminated vanity mirror
Power Adjustable Pedals (Option)YesPower-adjustable pedals with memory
Power Door LocksPower door locks with keypadYes
Power Outlet12V power outlet (3)3 12-volt power outlets
Power WindowsYesPower windows with front one-touch up/down feature
Rear HeatingRear seat heater ductsRear-seat ventilation ducts
Rear View MirrorElectrochimic mirrorAuto-dimming day/night rear view mirror with microphone
Remote Keyless EntryYesRemote keyless entry and keypad locking
Special FeatureAudio input jackMyKey System
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt steering wheelTilt and telescopic steering wheel

Dimensions

2008 Ford Taurus SEL 2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD
Cargo Capacity600 L569 L
Front Headroom1006 mm991 mm
Front Legroom1049 mm1064 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity78.0 L72 L
Height1562 mm1542 mm
Length5126 mm5154 mm
Max Trailer Weight454 kg454 kg
Rear Headroom986 mm960 mm
Rear Legroom1006 mm968 mm
Wheelbase2868 mm2868 mm
Width1892 mm1936 mm

Exterior Details

2008 Ford Taurus SEL 2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD
Bumper ColourBody-color bumpersBody-color bumpers
Exterior Folding MirrorsManual folding mirrorsFolding outside mirrors
Exterior Mirror ColourBody color exterior MirrorsChrome outside mirrors with puddles lamps
Front Fog LightsYesFog lights
GrilleChrome mesh grilleChrome grille
Headlight TypeHalogen headlampsHalogen headlights
Power Exterior MirrorsYesPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Sunroof (Option)Power glass sunroofPower glass sunroof

Interior Details

2008 Ford Taurus SEL 2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD
CompassYesYes
Floor MatsYesFront and rear floor mats
Folding Rear SeatsRear split folding bench60/40-split folding rear bench seat
Front Center ArmrestFront center armrest with storage and audio input jackFront center armrest with storage
Front Seats Driver LombarDriver's seat lumbar supportDriver's seat power lumbar support
Front Seats Driver Power Seats6 way power driver seat8-way power driver's seat
Front Seats Front Seat Back StorageFront seatback storageFront seatback storage
Front Seats Front Seat TypeFront bucket seatsBucket front seats
Front Seats Passenger Power Seats2-way power front passenger seat8-way power front passenger seat
Luxury Dashboard TrimAsh (woodgrain) interior appliquésWoodgrain dashboard trim
Number of Cup Holders8 cupholders8 cupholders/ bottle holders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Rear Center ArmrestRear folding armrest with cupholderRear-seat fold-down armrest
Seat TrimCloth seatsLeather Multi-Contour seats
Shifter Knob TrimLeather wrapped shift knobLeather-wrapped shift knob
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controlsLeather-wrapped steering wheel with wood trim
TachometerYesYes
Trip ComputerYesYes

Mechanical

2008 Ford Taurus SEL 2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveAll-wheel drive
Engine Name3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed automatic transmission6-speed automatic transmission

Overview

2008 Ford Taurus SEL 2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD
BodySedanSedan
Doors44
Engine3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve
Fuel Consumption11.6 (Automatic City)7.0 (Automatic Highway)12.3 (Automatic City)7.8 (Automatic Highway)
Power263 hp @ 6250 rpm263 hp @ 6250 rpm
Seats55
Transmission6-speed automatic transmission6-speed automatic transmission
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper60000/km, 36/Months Powertrain100000/km, 60/Months Roadside Assistance100000/km, 60/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/MonthsBumper-to-Bumper60000/km, 36/Months Powertrain100000/km, 60/Months Roadside Assistance100000/km, 60/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/Months

Safety

2008 Ford Taurus SEL 2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD
Anti-Lock BrakesAntilocking brake systemAnti-lock brakes
Anti-Theft AlarmAnti-theft systemAlarm system
Brake Type4 wheel disc4-wheel disc
Child-proof LocksChild safety rear safety locksRear-door child safety locks
Driver AirbagDriver-side front airbagDriver-side front airbag
Parking Distance SensorRear parking assistRear park distance sensor
Passenger AirbagPassenger-side front airbagPassenger-side front airbag
Roof Side CurtainSide-curtain airbagSide-curtain airbags
Side AirbagFront side airbagsFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2008 Ford Taurus SEL 2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD
Front Anti-Roll BarFront stabilizer barYes
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front TiresP215/60R17255/45R19 tires
Power SteeringYesElectric-assist power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear Anti-Roll BarFront stabilizer barYes
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemTire presure monitoring systemYes
Wheel Type17'' alloy wheels19'' chromed alloy wheels

2008 Ford Taurus SEL

The 2008 Ford Taurus SEL is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve engine which outputs 263 hp @ 6250 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission gearbox. The 2008 Ford Taurus SEL has cargo capacity of 600 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1783 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2008 Ford Taurus SEL has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Rear parking assist and. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger-side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Tire presure monitoring system It has 17'' alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 287 N.m of torque and a top speed of 235 km/h. The 2008 Ford Taurus SEL accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.6 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.3 seconds. Fuel consumption is 11.6 L/100km in the city and 7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 30,899

2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD

The 2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD is a All-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve engine which outputs 263 hp @ 6250 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission gearbox. The 2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD has cargo capacity of 569 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1981 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Rear park distance sensor and Rear view camera. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger-side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Yes It has 19'' chromed alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 287 N.m of torque and a top speed of 235 km/h. The 2011 Ford Taurus Limited AWD accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.7 seconds and hits quarter mile at 14.1 seconds. Fuel consumption is 12.3 L/100km in the city and 7.8 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 40,999


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