2012 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1263 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
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2012 Audi A3 | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A3 | Navigator |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1988 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |