2001 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 606 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A8 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 127 L |
