2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2001 Audi A3
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1424 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
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2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2001 Audi A3 | |
Make | Lincoln | Audi |
Model | Navigator | A3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |