1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Taurus | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Taurus | Q5 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2807 mm |