2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 113 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus X | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
