2004 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 310 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (411 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2003 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
