2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 361 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.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A4 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5471 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
