2000 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Audi A6.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln MKS. 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, 2000 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2012 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A6 | MKS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2868 mm |
