Well been away for awhile. But I see the battle rages on about the Taurus. Interesting, if memory serves me correctly, there is a note on the taurus site that says info. where you can request pricing, technical even pictures and any other info needed via e-mail. I know the reason some phones calls are not answered some time. "they will not stop running any engine for a phone call that they can return later". someone asked to compare to a fox.
major difference is the fully supported crank not a cantilever style crank as used in most other makes. I also believe that Taurus was the first to offer a limited 3 year warranty. And their web site sucks. But the engines kick butt.