2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 and 2003 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2003 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |