2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 3 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 653 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.
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, 2011 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Taurus | A5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 67 L |