2001 Audi RS4 vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi RS4 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS4 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
