2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Lincoln Navigator were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 212 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A8 | Navigator |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2042 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |