They sextile each other so there are similarities, but they are still very different signs. One is fixed Earth ruled by Venus, the other is cardinal Water ruled by the Moon- that alone tells you a lot. But what they both have in common is a need for security. 

Taurus is physical, material security. They need to feel like all their needs can be met. Comfort, peace and pleasure are key things Taurus is looking for in life. It’s a very sensual sign, it wants to indulge. Taurus is also very stable and enduring because of it’s fixed earthy nature, there is something very serene about Taurus. 

Ah, I need to go, I'll finish this later and talk about Cancer!