2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Lincoln Navigator were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A3 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
