2002 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 776 kg more than 2002 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A3 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2868 mm |
