2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Lincoln Aviator were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. (298 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Aviator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A8 | Aviator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
