2006 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 949 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A8 | Navigator |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |