2000 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 172 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 (450 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A8 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
