2011 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Taurus | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Taurus | A5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
