2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Audi RS6
To start off, 2010 Audi RS6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi RS6 (572 HP) has 371 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi RS6 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 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, 2010 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2010 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Taurus | RS6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 4991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 572 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
