2007 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 917 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A6 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 127 L |
