2003 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 161 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
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 | 272 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |