2001 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 357 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A4 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |