1999 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Town Car. (240 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 955 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln Town Car. 2008 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2008 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A4 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
