2003 Lincoln LS vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A4. 2010 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 2003 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | LS | A4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
