2009 Audi A5 vs. 1999 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Town Car (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1999 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A5 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |