2009 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Lincoln Continental. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2002 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8. 2002 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2002 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | R8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
