2002 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 411 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4. 2010 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2010 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A4 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5471 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
