2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Taurus | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Taurus | A8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |