2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
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, 2012 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |