2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln Navigator.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Navigator | S4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 64 L |
