2004 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Aviator. (302 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Aviator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 402 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Aviator. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Aviator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Aviator | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Aviator | S4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
