Audi A6 vs. Ford Taurus
When comparing the Audi A6 to the Ford Taurus, the Audi A6 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Ford Taurus has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A6 versus the Ford Taurus, the Ford Taurus is a better car than the Audi A6.
Audi A6 vs. Ford Taurus Pricing
A used 2019 Audi A6 ranges from $31,906 to $45,996 while a used 2019 Ford Taurus is priced between $16,996 to $31,033.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A6’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the Ford Taurus base engine makes 288 horsepower. The A6 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 618 miles. The Taurus is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The A6 uses premium unleaded, and the Taurus uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Taurus, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Audi A6, a midsize car, has the advantage in the area of rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi A6 and the Ford Taurus have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$31,906 - $45,996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
58.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$16,996 - $31,033
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.7%
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Taurus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 29Ford Taurus Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Audi A6 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
Ford Taurus Trim Levels
Limited, Police Interceptor, SE, SEL, SHO
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 4300 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
288 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
463 / 618 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
20.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4101 lbs
Width:
83.1 inches
Height:
57.4 inches
Length:
194.4 inches
Wheelbase:
115.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3917 lbs
Width:
85.7 inches
Height:
60.7 inches
Length:
202.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
P235/55R18
