2000 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1939 kg more than 2000 Audi A6.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A6 | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |