2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2006 Audi TT
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 TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
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2008 Ford Taurus X | 2006 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Taurus X | TT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |