2007 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 546 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |