2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
