2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1687 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A4 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
