2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2007 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A6 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |