2003 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 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 97 kg more than 2003 Audi A8.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A8 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1880 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |