2009 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 2010 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 426 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 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, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2010 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A3 2010 Lincoln Town Car
Make Audi Lincoln
Model A3 Town Car
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 239 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 389 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1971 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5471 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1994 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1499 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2990 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 72 L


 

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