2008 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2011 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
