2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Lincoln Continental
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Lincoln Continental were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A4 | Continental |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |