2008 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
