1994 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (284 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 84 kg more than 1994 Audi A8.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
