2011 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1582 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.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lincoln Navigator | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Navigator | A4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2742 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5672 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1984 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 70 L |
