2000 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2000 Audi A4 and 2000 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 167 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (200 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4. 2000 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi A4 | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |