2004 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 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, 2004 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 700 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Aviator (407 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Aviator | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aviator | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
