2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S3 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 834 kg more than 2004 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S3.
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2005 Lincoln Navigator | 2004 Audi S3 | |
Make | Lincoln | Audi |
Model | Navigator | S3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |