2006 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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. Both 2006 Audi A4 and 2004 Ford Taurus are equipped with a 2,967 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 156 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
