Ford Taurus 2008 models results also apply to: 2005-07 Ford Five Hundred 2005-07 Mercury Montego 2008 Mercury Sable 2008 Top Safety Pick 2008 Ford Taurus and 2008 Mercury Sable: good performance in front, side, and rear tests and optional electronic stability control SIDE IMPACT TEST WITH OPTIONAL FRONT AND REAR HEAD CURTAIN AIRBAGS AND OPTIONAL FRONT SEAT-MOUNTED TORSO AIRBAGS OVERALL EVALUATION: Good Injury measures Head protection Structure/safety cage Head/neck Torso Pelvis/leg Driver Good Acceptable Acceptable Good Acceptable Rear passenger Good Good Good Good Important: Side impact crash test ratings can be compared across vehicle type and weight categories. Test details: The Ford Five Hundred and Mercury Montego were introduced in the 2005 model year. The cars were re-engineered with a new engine for the 2008 model year and renamed the Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable. In addition, electronic stability control was introduced as an option beginning with the...