2002 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |