2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 5 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 428 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Taurus X | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |