2009 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 1 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus X weights approximately 177 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 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, 2009 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
