2006 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Taurus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |