2005 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A4 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
