2000 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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 A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2011 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A8 | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
