2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. 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 100 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 976 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Navigator | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 55 L |
