2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Taurus | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
