1999 Audi R8R vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1979 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi R8R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (474 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8R | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8R | Taurus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 474 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1542 mm |