2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2006 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 777 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2006 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Taurus X | Allroad |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
