2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 348 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Taurus | TT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |