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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 202 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Audi A8, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
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 | 2974 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |