2007 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2002 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2002 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
