2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (298 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A6 | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
