2009 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1463 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | R8 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
