2007 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 Audi S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | S8 | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |