1996 Audi S6 vs. 2007 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln MKX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2007 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | S6 | MKX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
