2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 709 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Taurus | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
