2008 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 343 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S6 | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S6 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |