2013 Ford Taurus vs Chrysler 300 S AWD Mile High Mashup Review

( www.TFLcar.com ) The 2013 Ford Taurus and the Chrysler 300 S both have V-6 engines, both seat 5 passengers and both have all-wheel-drive. They also both and recently redesigned big American family sedans. In fact to call this video Mashup Review is a stretch as both cars compete directly with each other. Perhaps the biggest difference between the two cars is that the Chrysler has 4 more horsepower at 292 versus the Ford's 288 HP. So the obvious question is which of these two cars is better. Check out this video "Mashup" to find out.

[@markj4979]

The as-tested price of the 300S would buy a well optioned SHO. Instead, they tested a base model SEL, which is much less expensive than the 300. The SHO would have owned the Chrysler. And - before anyone starts with the SHO/SRT comparisons - don't. The SRT doesn't offer AWD and costs a lot more. Bottom line, a comparably priced Taurus is far, far superior to the the 300.

[@charlesmarshall2697]

We have both and the Taurus has been in the shop 8 times in 2 years. My wife won't drive her Taurus and takes my 300S. She wanted that damn Taurus!

[@AriZonaK1DD]

@@charlesmarshall2697 Damn Bro what’s wrong with it?

[@aidensnew8562]

@@AriZonaK1DD The Taurus SHO isn't reliable at all, its one of the first vehicles Ford put the twin turbo V6 into and had SOOOOOOOOOOOOO many issues. Ford has "revised" the engine and in newer model years, it's okay but still not that great on reliability, and its not uncommon to see SHO's that where driven hard that start to have transmission issues on top of eating oil, leaking coolant... People don't usually think of Chrysler as being reliable but the 3.6 V6 has an average life of 250k-300k miles and its not supper uncommon to hear of some of those V6's rolling for over 500k miles. The 5.7 V8 HEMI is also THE most reliable mussel car engine you can buy today with an average life of 150k-200k miles, and again not uncommon to see them roll their way past 500k miles if the owner takes care of it and doesn't race their vehicle. And the 300's transmission is the 8 speed ZF transmission Chrysler made when it still owned part of Mercedes Benz. That 8 speed ZF transmission is amazingly over engineered and can withstand almost double the max horsepower the 5.7 V8 HEMI can pump out (stock). The V8 and V6 are actually the exact same engines you see in the RAM 1500 pickup trucks, they are fabulous engine that will practically go forever if you take care of them and make sure to always hit that 3-6k mile oil change. The 300 has some issues with front suspension wearing out around 150k-200k miles, but TBH the 300 is incredibly easy to work on, parts are cheap, and the suspension job is usually really cheap compared most other makes & models. And a lot of owners upgrade the front suspension to something more substantial from the after market if/when the OEM set breaks. But that's really all owners of 300's i see have done to them, unless they heavily mod their car and race then yeah stuff starts braking early. The only Chrysler or FCA products I would avoid are anything that has the FIAT made 9 speed automatic in them or the turbo 4 cylinder engines FIAT makes, both can be found in the Jeep Compass and Jeep Renegade. Absolute garbage that will start to break down before 60k miles on their own, paired together & they will start falling apart before 20k miles if your unlucky, & they might limp their way to 100k before having major major issues set in if the owner is lucky. Those parts are exactly why Chrysler has a bad rep now days but the 3.6, 5.7, and 8 speed transmission are golden. Honestly I think the person that wrote the original post is a Ford fanboy that just wants to validate his purchase, depending on the trim you can get a 300 with the HEMI around the same price as the SHO, the 300 is only about 3-5k more expensive new. The Hemi will ABSOLUTELY outlast the twin trurdbowl charged eco boost, that engine really is poorly made/designed and falls apart easily if driven even moderately hard (probably made that way on purpose) and hes overlooking the fact the 300's interior in higher trims is better then the taurus, the 300 is RWD not FWD or FWD biased AWD like the Taurus... RWD vehicles drive better, cost more to make then FWD or that sad cheap AWD system in the SHO that's also gonna break when driven hard. The 300 is built on the same platform as the Charger and it's SRT/Hellcat version's, the same exact RWD system and that 8 speed ZF can take WAAAAY more abuse and horsepower then the Taurus. You can mod a RWD 5.7 V8 HEMI to pump out over 700HP and it still run with no issues!!! Tune a SHO to put out more then 500HP and watch it tare itself apart in under 5k miles, that's 100% what will happen, they are absolutist not built the same. The 300 is a Charger with a slightly softer suspension and quieter ride, its a performance car in a luxury sedan dress... The SHO is the EXACT OPPOSITE, a FWD taxi tuned from the factory to try and be a performance car, when at best its a plush, fat, grocery getter with a little bit of pep in its step.

[@Limited-uq2yk]

@@charlesmarshall2697 seems like your the only who's had issues. Chrysler's usually are the ones in the shop

[@charlesmarshall2697]

​@@Limited-uq2yk Read the comment from Aiden Snew above and that about covers the trouble prone SHO Taurus that I gladly got rid of! Excessive oil consumption, turbo issues and engine misses were repeated problems. My 300S is still trouble free after 128,000 miles!

[@crazyhorse4561]

I like the Taurus, Cuz I feel when I drive it I'm driving huge and strong machine, and the interior looks like a cockpit..!

[@marcusnelson6420]

A better mashup would be AWD 300 and the Taurus SHO (in my opinion)

[@titanicman2]

Unless you’re comparing the 300 V8, then no, this comparison was fair.

[@matthewhartup941]

The SHO would spank the 300s ass

[@JTB128650]

@@matthewhartup941 you right

[@robertcrespo8662]

the fact that they took a lower model Taurus to compare to a high end 300 says it all. the true comparison would be a loaded Taurus and loaded charger. Ford wins all day

[@iridiumoxide.5273]

robert crespo the 300 S is the second lowest trim buddy.

[@robertcastillo7568]

iridium oxide. yeah the taurus select is the lowest end taurus you can buy. it should be a limited vs a 300 s. if you did a sho vs a 300 srt the taurus would eat it for breakfast.

[@CarlosGomez-ho7sv]

robert crespo why they didn't put the sho

[@hearmonheardjr8065]

@@iridiumoxide.5273the Taurus SEL is the third trim level. Why didn’t they compare a AWD Taurus Limited to the 300 S since they’re both second trim levels? So the comparison was flawed

[@jonathanwhorley1571]

I've been on the market for about a month now, looking for a full size sports car. I've driven several and watched many videos. I believe you also pinyin might be a little bias. I don't consider myself a Ford, Chevy, Chrysler are any particular brand of vehicle person. I do my homework, driving vehicles and see who all has the safest and best deal for the money. All the videos I've seen, the SHO smokes all the competitors including the 300. Some of those in competitors you been included mustang g_t usesmokes all the competitors including the 300. Some of those in competitors you been included mustang GT'S and camaros and camaros. granted I only believe about 2 percent of the world can shift gears as well as they believe they can. I believe that would constitute quite a few of the wins against the Mustangs and Camaros. But none the less they were there. I believe I'm going to be going with the Taurus SHO.

[@mikedaly6164]

I'd take the Ford any day. The Fiat (oops Chrysler) is terrible. I've driven both as rentals and would never buy the Chrysler. Also, lousy reliability...I've had a few Chrysler's in my day and never got more than 40,000 miles before they fell apart.

[@yint2416]

Mike Daly mopar or no car because of dodge and a charger is better than ford

[@BrothaWithGunz]

Mike Daly all about how you take care of the car. I got 282000 miles out of my Chrysler 300 before I sold it. Still ran great just wanted a newer one.

[@rockandroll4689]

me too! The Taurus is such a beautiful car to me. I absolutely love them! And they ride like a dream!

[@kalielwebb3774]

My 2009 Chrysler 300 with the 3.5 has 207,000 miles right now and still going strong. My father has a 2016 300 and it’s still doing great with 80,000 miles

[@speeder470srt8]

I don't take these guys for their word.

[@autonathan]

I would take the Taurus just because it looks more substantial than the 300 and it's also almost $7,000 cheaper. I do really like the red interior on the 300 though.

[@garrettadams3233]

do review of ford taurus sho

[@CharlesEakins]

I've driven 300's, I own a Taurus now. Not sure these guys know how to drive, Taurus had traction control tech for cornering.

[@tjhaywood100]

Charles Eakins They are probably referring to the superior balance and handling dynamics of RWD. A RWD car handles much better than a FWD car in almost every situation.

[@SnowdEnTexas]

I would like to see your review on the SHO model please!

[@Zerhya]

SHO would be the ONLY comparison worth listening and watching for. Cant compare different price ranges like this vid but good idea

[@AntwonGutierrez]

This video makes me think that these guys don’t know much about cars. (Especially bc they use a SEL instead of a SHO to compare with the 300)

[@jeffjackson9679]

It's a fair comparison. They are both NA V-6s with AWD. If you want to throw the SHO in, then you would have to compare it to a 300 with the 5.7 liter V-8. And for the record, I own a 2016 SHO.

[@AmericanGTS]

Chances are if you’re watching this video, you’re on a budget and unfortunately It takes a lot of money to make the 300 fast and most bolt on mods don’t really do a whole lot until your build is nearing completion. Sure you could run a new cam and gears and forced induction but it’s very expensive for a budget build. Whereas the SHO, for example, responds very well to a tune a few supporting mods. I’d say the most disappointing thing about the 300 is that it just simply isn’t as fast as I expected it to be and it felt like all the mods I did made the car “less slow”. I will say I absolutely prefer the sound of a V8 with exhaust work done to a TT car, but when the 16 year old kid in his moms Grand Cherokee is taking off on you at the light and your 300 is struggling to keep up. That’s a big problem. Oh and both cars have potential major reliability issues. Mopars eat cams and Ford water pumps ruin engines. Whatever car you get, get the damn extended warranty like you’re buying a used Benz.

[@tnguyen318]

2013 Taurus vs 2013 Chrysler 300. Both great cars. I personally like the Chrysler 300 exterior design. Interior is roomy as well. The interior of the Taurus SHO seems somewhat suffocating. Although High-Class. Exterior is bold. Both excellent cars.

[@andre100BNSF]

My Mom has the fully loaded 2007 Chrysler Pacifica limited edition with AWD. The engine is a 4.0L V6 and it sounds EPIC for a crossover! In fact, the engine sounds similar to the 300 S as seen in this video! If you are a person thats looking for an SUV to a van, I would recommend the '07 or the '08 Pacifica. And now they should be affordable for some people.

[@the_p.s.a6384]

I currently own a Taurus no problems other than basic maintenance. I drove a family friend’s 300 and it was smooth but it had ALOT of electronics. Fast forward the 300 has had a lot of electrical issues.

[@assaltmaster89]

there clock must be to fast. i have a 2011 taurus and it's 0-60 in 6.7 sec. all stock my brother clocked it in on his phone at 7.53 fact is the awd has more torqu and hp then mine does yet there both 4000lb cars. so i think there test is a little off.

[@crysis860]

you do realize that its at a mile above sea level

[@undertake782]

If you have driven at high altitudes, you'd know that vehicles will not be able to provide as much power due to the lack of oxygen to aid in combustion.

[@speedcanada1]

altitude + 2 big guys = slow. At regular altitude and set up for instrumented testing (low on fuel, 1 skinny guy) they are ~7 second cars.

[@hearmonheardjr8065]

You can get the rear window sun shade on the Taurus also .they’re biased toward the 300 .They tested a lower trim level Taurus against a top of the line 300S . Why didn’t they test a AWD Taurus against the 300? They didn’t want the SHO to embarrass the 300.

[@speeder470srt8]

They are just so spoiled to driving $100,000 and above cars that they make very nice cars seem like they are mediocre at best.

[@joner800]

hey guys, i love your videos as i'm a car nut. i love your mash-ups, as it is kind of interesting to see how cars not normally compared do side-by-side. i hereby cordially request that you do more of these "standard" comparisons, as this is very helpful to those of us on the market to buy, especially considering i am looking at both of the vehicles here. keep up the great work!

[@curtisjmwc]

The general Taurus vs. 300 comparison, in general, was superb. We could argue all day as to which trim is more appropriate. I'm a 2010 Taurus owner, and am struggling over whether to go with a Limited or a 300 Luxury. I'm all about quiet ride, and it seems that the Taurus might be the best bet

[@chrisdblue]

i love comparisons! i wish there were more

[@jarehelt]

they should have compared the hemi vs ecoboost models.

[@TFLcar]

My gosh, we're not implying it...it's a fact. You might want to watch the hundreds of other 0-60 MPH videos that we've produced.

[@ryansanders1558]

My god people. This was a more than adequate comparison. The 300 S is still a V6. It just has an appearance package and some very minor tweaks to the chassis and HP output. The only sporting Taurus is a SHO which should be compared to a 300 C with the near identical HP. An SRT8 would eat an SHO. I do agree maybe a higher tiered package for options on the Taurus would have been better.

[@troublesum1978]

I'm sorry, but the 300 always and still does looks like a box on wheels.

[@mastoner20]

I think you misspelled Scion xB. But yeah, the 300 has boxy features compared to the rest of the modern sedans on the road in all of the sizes.

[@SuperKafooo]

No no. what I meant was 300c is an executive car, competing against 5-series, E-class and etc etc. But the Taurus competes against non-luxury full-size cars, such as Azera, Avalon, Maxima etc.

[@eyeswideopen23]

Why lease the Ford Taurus I need a better car but want to keep the cost down any ideas, want to keep it under 30,000

[@rgbigdog]

The comparison should have been between the Chrysler 300 S and the Lincoln MKS and not the Taurus , after all Chrysler is suppose to be a luxury car and Lincoln is Ford's luxury brand!

[@ztaples]

The mks is a way better car

[@demondclayton6509]

ztaples even though I’m a dodge fan I’m not gonna lie that’s true

[@NavyKings2007]

They test these a mile above sea level with two large guys in the car. It's called real-world 0-60 testing and it's meant to show 0-60 times when there aren't ideal track conditions and you live in Colorado/Arizona/other high elevations. Those 4-banger Hondas would be a couple of seconds slower too with 400+ extra lbs and 15% less air density coming through the intake.

[@AirplaneFootageHD]

I'm a teenager, and I'm looking for a car that everyone will look at,powerful and good sounding engine,sporty looks, but affordable. What is probably the best car for a guy like me who loves sports cars????

[@RansomCowboy]

Chrysler 300 S, by far!

[@Dosalt]

none of these cars worth $40K+ $40K can buy lot of car than this

[@kyrees.williams4023]

Well, more than that, each car depreciates pretty heavily. You can pick up the same Taurus Limited in the low $20K range, or even less if it was a rental (which is highly likely).

[@jeffjackson9679]

Only fools but cars brand new. Buy one 2-3 years old, and save 30-40% off the MSRP depending on the vehicle.

[@Gene6002]

Totally Happy with My 2013 Chrysler 300 S, Looks great , accelerates good and gets 23 mpg in town.....

[@VQSeries]

TFL, if you're going to compare a Taurus against a 300 S, get the SHO to compete.

[@nezerac]

Ok...firstly these aren't drivers cars...neither of them are. Secondly while I know that you guy's weren't keen to mention it for a reason the taurus is 8k cheaper than the chrysler....so I'm just curious as to why would I want to spend 8k for a base model when I can use that same 8k and get a top model? Not trashing the review just that price matters and it was completely ignored here. Like i said it was for a reason...a good enough reason to ignore 8k? I don't think so.

[@1chris311]

You can also get a 900w 19 speaker harmon kardon stereo in the chrysler that is by far and away the best sounding car stereo i have ever heard! Its amazing!

[@marcelluscoleman2988]

Gosh I love that Taurus...

[@TFLcar]

5-year-old Mustang GT

[@boltar2003]

Larger engines are less stressed than a smaller engine of the same power, often have a flatter torque curve and also if they have 6 or more cylinders sound a lot nicer!

[@theuropean]

Who Pays 44,000$ for a Chrysler

[@BoeingvsAirbus1578]

Ford Taurus offers more rear seat comfort features, they also offer the electric rear sunshade, heated seats etc.

[@tritchie6272]

Every now and then I see a 300 around my area! I think their good looking cars but they need to up the horse power to mach the name at least. I hope they up the pentestar hp up to 300 without loosing much in the mpg department. And still keep the full size traditional look. But I also like the ideal of a big full size family sedan that's nice,comfortable and gets reasonable gas mileage.

[@mb013962]

Wouldn't it be lincoln mks vs chystler 300c or ford taurus vs dodge charger?

[@jorgecarretero6155]

I think its a fair comparison you have a Chrysler 300s v6 AWD 292 hp- Ford Taurus v6 AWD 288 hp,Now put Ford SHO v6 tiwn FWD turbos 366 hp with a Chrysler 300S with a v8 hemi RWD makes 368 hp thats also a fair comparison. But for me ill take the Chrysler 300s anytime it just feel right with v6 or v8 i have rented both cars and believe me you will like the 300.

[@NavyKings2007]

No, these are the base V-6 Models w/ AWD and compete perfectly. Taurus SHO competes against the regular hemi 300/charger. The SRT doesn't have a Taurus competitor, though the closest thing Ford makes is the Boss 302(in price point and performance.)

[@saudaleissa2818]

i wana know which of em is betterr at handling ? sharper turns ? what about 60-0 ? yaaa the breacks :)

[@NathanDAdlen]

Ford has not given us an SHO yet. We can't wait to get one!

[@EFCONNECT]

Keep up the good work guys. Love the videos. Btw, Nathan are you a yinzer? Go Stillers!

[@TudorACacenco]

In which case it wouldn't be the V6 300, it would be either the 5.7 or 6.4 L HEMI, and that would in turn smoke the Taurus SHO...

[@boltar2003]

Chrysler should sell the 3L diesel version they sell in the rest of the world. 0-60 in 7.5 but still manages 35mpg. And it sounds good - not the bucket of nails rattle you get from a lot of diesels but a proper growl.

[@jaffacake1578]

Yes, the new Taurus SHO starts at $38,000 dollars, even way less than the 300s tested here at about $43,000

[@gene978]

GREAT REVIEW GUYS! EXCEPT, REAR WHEEL DRIVE 300 S would be all over our hilly north east roads 40 miles NW of Boston. And don't you think the Taurus might do a little better in 0-60 If it didn't have the extra weight of AWD? And better MPG? And the Taurus seems tight up front due to the EXTRA LARGE Console that comes out of the dash. It closes you in. I'm surprised that you guys said the Taurus gave a quieter ride then the 300 seeing how much more it cost $10,000 more it hen the Taurus if it w

[@grandemage]

Just curious, but did you guys test out the SHO? I'd be curious to know what you guys thought of the SHO and maybe the Charger SRT8.

[@FrostedCold]

I forget what the rate is. But you lose about 10hp for every 1000meters above sea level? The air is thinner at altitude which makes it harder for the engine to breath properly. This is where the turbo'd vehicle shines.

[@76carmel]

Hey Roman & Nathan: How 'bout anothe mashup with these vehicles with the Taurus SHO and Chrysler 300C with AWD?; 3.5L EcoBoost Twin-Turbo V6 vs 5.7L HEMI V8 -- both with similar horsepower, but the HEMI has more torque -- we'll see how it will do... if Ford & Chrysler will provide those vehicles for you.

[@Bizzair1990]

no, it is not. The S is a separate trim level. Costs around the same as the C, and the S you can have either a 3.6L with the 8 speed automatic (which is the BEST matchup this day and age) or the 5.7L Hemi with the 5 speed. The S is the only trim that offers the 8 speed, with every gadget you could want lol. My S gets me to 60mph in 7.1 seconds. I dont know what these guys were doing to get 9.1 lmao.

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

I'm currently on my third Chrysler 300 SRT. The Chrysler 300 is in every way better than the Taurus and the Lincoln MKS. With the eight speed transmission and a choice between different engines for different tastes this rear wheel drive car completely destroys the Taurus and MKS in any driving situation. If you need all-wheel-drive you can get it and all the Chrysler 300s with the exception of the SRT. The new hemi 5.7 L is more powerful and faster than the eco-boost engines

[@Turshin]

@nezerac its not the top model but the 300s is most definitly not the base. you get a whole lot more for your money and i gotta feeling that 300 was optioned with everything with the exception of the hemi

[@CG_86]

@VQSeries Really a Taurus SHO against a 300 S? You do know the 300 S is only a V6 and the Taurus SHO is a V8 right? In

[@osvalcs_]

I'm 18, and I wanna a classic car, probably a 66' chevy impala ss or a ford LTD. What's better for me?

[@WhiteGravey]

any els remove the pull tab from the trunk?

[@Javonn143_]

The Chrysler 300 does not compete with BMW , Mercedes or any other luxury brand . The Taurus is constantly being compared to the Audi a6 etc . The 300 may be built off the same frame as the Mercedes e class , but that doesn't mean it had

[@eromusofwom]

The 300s doesn't start at 43,000. I got mine with all options minus sunroof for 35k. The SHO is a more expensive car with all the same options, but it is also way faster. The 3.5 twin turbo is a screamer.

[@SuperKafooo]

Yeap it's a mashup in a sense that, 300c is a mid size-luxury sedan while the Taurus is a full size sedan.

[@Zeek509]

The 300C may be more fun but the Taurus is a much better vehicle by far. Much higher quality, value, all at nearly $10,000 less.

[@joecandor6145]

You ans your boyfriend will enjoy these cars for a long time!

[@DevPack]

no. The SRT 8 costs well over 50grand and a SHO tops out around 40. They do not compete with each other. Also one has 470hp and the other has 365.

[@stanbernadino]

Another great video guys =]

[@chinkyeyes86]

LUV THE SHOW GUYS, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!

[@krotshomglin4435]

I myself would take the Ford Interceptor which is really a Taurus,but they just call it The Interceptor Sedan!

[@111danish111]

Ford needs some kind of overhaul .Ford does not have a RWD platform for 4 door cars . Chrysler and GM have some kind of variable valve lift technology and rwd platforms with double wishbones and superstruts in the front. Ford has neither of those and still utilises traditional macphersons in the front!! Just an isolated subframe will is not helping the Lincoln brand either. Thats damaging to their sales . Installing the revoknuckle technology on all of your cars is a very good start .

[@BoeingvsAirbus1578]

Correct, hence why I was having a moan about the unfair comparison. As the Taurus also offers the same rear seat comfort features and more than the 300s.

[@cbnboy34]

RIght! and when has Chrysler EVER had a SOLID reputation for reliability!???

[@kdog18ful]

Yep I'd pick the Chrysler too it's design is way better looking an it's more of a Lexus Hyundai infinity competitor than a ford , the charger Is better compared to the ford

[@CG_86]

@VQSeries In that case why don't you just compare the 300 SRT-8 to the Taurus SHO that's a fair matchup.

[@jesusofbacon]

taurus wins because the SHO comes in at 40,000 while the 300 s is 43,000 and will not out perform the SHO in anyway. This is a mashup if we are comparing price and bang for your buck. In everyother stand point thou the chrysler wins and it better for that kind of money better be getting a nice ride, and better performs than a standard Taurus. But really if your an enthusiast and on a budget the SHO is the way to go. SRT vs Sho the SHO will win in every other aspect but straight line performance.

[@dvspot]

The 300c is in the same class as a Toyota Avalon and Hyundia Azera. It is not in the class of a Mercedes E class or BMW 5 series; Those cars are in the price range of 55k - 60k with only standard features, while the 300 is in the 20's and fully loaded @ 39k! A fully loaded 535i will run you about 70k, and that's a 535i my friend not a M5.

[@BoeingvsAirbus1578]

Fair comment mate.

[@martindennis5116]

I don't get it. I have one of the newer Tauruses. You can't fully appreciate one from a distance. When you're right up next to it you can see that Ford was dead serious about breaking the safe boring sedan syndrome. And the interior is almost concept car sleek. Of all my previous cars, this is the only one my neighbors have ever called out their compliments for. I don't see the 300 as comparable at all. The 300 looks like something from the 2004 auto show. The brickish design is dated. It's a conservative comfort coach for middle-aged people looking for gravitas more than current style.

[@rockandroll4689]

I agree - the Chrysler is too boxy (and not attractive at all) - The Taurus is gorgeous inside and out. We LOVE our 2015 Limited AWD! Wouldn't have anything else!

[@alexnds1]

Roughly speaking, each $125/month is $5k financed. That is $250/month is $10k, and $375/month is $15k financed, so forth. at 16 years old, you're still in high school and working for min wage. You will not get a loan unless it's co-signed by your parents. As a young in-experienced drive, a very powerful car as your first car from insurance and safety pt of view is not for you. Get a "station" car that can be acquired for cash, and get some experience. By age 22, finish college and look again

[@Justacogg]

They forgot to mention the best selling point of the Chrysler A telescoping steering wheel and a very long seat track. I rented a Taurus and the driving position was the pits. In order to reach the steering wheel you have to have the seats too far forward. Very uncomfortable if your over 5 foot not enough! I've been a Ford guy all my life. Owned many Police crown vics. Come on ford. I can spend 65K on a Shelby 500 and can't get a telescoping steering wheel? No thank you!

[@jgaytan21]

Has anyone here had the bad fortune of replacing the water pump on a 2013 Ford Taurus, Flex or Edge...if so look into the class action that has been denied by a judge in " Detroit Michigan" its a $500 job at most that turns into a couple of thousand!

[@StangBang35]

Nawww i wud pick the Taurus ..that car has rock solid realiability and much better resale value plus it just look so sleek especially wid that ecoboost motor! That Chrysler as tested price was 42 Gs and for that price im gettin a SHO :)

[@IcarusTECH]

Wait till you have to do a water pump in a Taurus ;) Taurus is bigger outside, smaller inside, wtf?! As much as the Taurus looks great on the outside, I'd have to take a 300...

[@BillyGUnderdogracing]

If the "S" is Chrysler's high end in 6 cyl. then why didn't you use the SHO...reason, because Ford would've won hands down!!

[@madpistol]

We need an SRT8 vs. SHO episode!!!!

[@Daytona79]

The taurus is a full size sedan and it's even more heavier and bigger than the competitor . Why are people making such a big deal about who's faster in curves or 0-60mph. As a daily driver you basically go with the flow and don't race and all that. Are you all 16 years old ?

[@mi16t]

Ps, thank you for letting me know i can smoke both these cars in a 18 yr old 4 cylinder bmw.

[@hatebreed79]

i've been waiting for a good comparo between these cars. of course they compete! full size american 4 door sedans. any other review out there wants to pit a SHO vs a v6, but the engine was touted as a v8 replacement. as far as price? options. similarly equiped cars come at similar prices. i say good review!

[@jonathanwhorley1571]

I'm sorry about the rambling nature of my post. Google did a horrible update last week for android. The auto correct is awful. On larger posts if I don't proof read every line it looks like that... I hope they fix it

[@BassRacerx]

You could pick up a last gen mitsubishi eclipse for next to nothing the v6 engine is super powerfull and the 4cylender engine is fuel thrifty without feeling anemic. it's a hatchback so when you go off to college you can fit all your stuff in it. Also a honda accord coupe is a solid choice just depends on your budget of "affordable" i'm assuming 10ish grand

[@NMBSUMMER]

You guys have the best job!

[@sander.n]

I have the Taurus right now, it's way more reliable than the Chrysler 300 for sure, but the Taurus is so boooring to drive... since i love the style of the 300 better and i can have a V8 mix with AWD or RWD, i got to go with the 300 on this one. Unfortunately for the reliability but i like to have fun when i drive and i love V8.

[@rustlesee]

Thank you for saying "S-H-O", Nathan. I hate when reviewers call it the "show".

[@1voiceofstl]

when they redid the Taurus in 2010 they took a very large interior and made it smaller then a Accord.

[@Leighzerify]

My apologies, I assumed Chrysler, after 2008, would have stopped making cheap vehicles, especially 'performance' ones. While having 110 more HP and 120 more ft-lb. of torque, it's 0.01 seconds faster going 0-60 than the SHO. Mhmm... Could it be the decade old 5 speed transmission and sloppy development all 'round? Watch reviews, the SHO wins in all sectors beside a straight away, and even then it's at a .19% margin-and that's rounding up.

[@NathanDAdlen]

I'm a fan, but I'm not a native. Been a fan since Super Bowl X.

[@FordTaurusSHO93]

Well........ones a full size family sedan...and...ones a full size LUXURY sedan. These cars maybe alike but aren't meant to compete with each other.