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Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,325 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $4,555 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,070 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $4,561 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Taurus |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,245 | $32,395 | $22,980 |
| Base Invoice | $27,273 | $30,178 | $21,127 |
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||
| Safety and Security Package | 995 | ||
| Preferred Equipment Group | 1,735 | ||
| Sunroof | 895 | ||
| Heated mirrors | 35 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||
| Safety and Security Package | 886 | ||
| Preferred Equipment Group | 1,544 | ||
| Sunroof | 797 | ||
| Heated mirrors | 31 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,850 | 560 | 3,660 |
| Options (change) | 1,573 | 476 | 3,258 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 685 |
| Total Price | $31,880 | $33,740 | $27,325 |
| Total Invoice | $29,631 | $31,439 | $25,070 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $855 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,122 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Taurus |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 153hp V6 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | A4 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 190, 7 | ?, 4 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 215/60-16 |
| Total Price | $31,880 | $33,740 | $27,325 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,700 | -4,150 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,180 | $29,590 | $27,325 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,410 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $29,631 | $31,439 | $25,070 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,439 | -3,867 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,192 | $27,572 | $25,070 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,380 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Taurus |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| Cassette player | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,600 | $6,050 | $1,900 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,700 | $4,150 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,439 | -3,867 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 108.5 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 197.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 56.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,344 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 56.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 51% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL
| Safety and Security Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 400 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Front side airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Preferred Equipment Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Cassette player | 50 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1725 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 13% |
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