2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 788 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Taurus X | Q5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |