2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 164 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Audi A6 (329 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Taurus | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
