2002 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |