2007 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus

To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2008 Ford Taurus
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Taurus
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6251 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4501 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 78 L


 

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