2010 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2012 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 201 kg more than 2010 Audi R8.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Taurus. 2012 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi R8 | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1252 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
