2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |