2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Navigator 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 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 628 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2005 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A6 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
