1996 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Taurus. (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Taurus | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 132 L |
