2000 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 351 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 2011 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
