2009 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
