1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2242 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Audi A6 | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A6 | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |