2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | RS6 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
