2004 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (350 Nm). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A6 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
