2009 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Ford Taurus. (365 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 421 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
