2008 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |