Audi S8 vs Ford Taurus Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2003 catalog dimensions. Audi S8 · Ford Taurus
- Length198.2 in
- Height55.8 in
- Wheelbase113.4 in
- Curb weight4,068 lb
- Width79.0 in
- Ford Taurus width73.0 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Taurus is 0.6 in shorter (198.2 in vs 197.6 in)
- Width: Ford Taurus is 6.0 in narrower (79.0 in vs 73.0 in)
- Height: Ford Taurus is 1.2 in taller (55.8 in vs 57.0 in)
- Wheelbase: Audi S8 has a 4.9 in longer wheelbase (113.4 in vs 108.5 in)
- Curb weight: Audi S8 is 650 lb heavier (4,068 lb vs 3,418 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Audi S8 is 650 lb heavier (4,068 lb vs 3,418 lb)
- Width: Ford Taurus is 6.0 in narrower (79.0 in vs 73.0 in)
- Wheelbase: Audi S8 has a 4.9 in longer wheelbase (113.4 in vs 108.5 in)
- Height: Ford Taurus is 1.2 in taller (55.8 in vs 57.0 in)
- Length: Ford Taurus is 0.6 in shorter (198.2 in vs 197.6 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Taurus — Ford Taurus is shorter by 0.6 in Check garage fit for Audi S8 · garage fit for Ford Taurus
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Taurus — Ford Taurus is narrower by 6.0 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Taurus — Based on length × width (Ford Taurus)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Audi S8 | Ford Taurus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 198.2 in | 197.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Width | 79.0 in | 73.0 in | 6.0 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 57.0 in | 1.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.4 in | 108.5 in | 4.9 in |
| Curb weight | 4,068 lb | 3,418 lb | 650 lb |
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