2004 Audi Allroad vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2004 Audi Allroad and 2004 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi Allroad (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 422 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad 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, 2004 Audi Allroad (351 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi Allroad | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Allroad | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |