2003 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln MKX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2010 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A8 | MKX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4737 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
