2011 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, both 2011 Ford Taurus and 2011 Audi Q5 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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. 2011 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Taurus | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Taurus | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 237 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
