2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A8 | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
