2004 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 441 kg more than 2004 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Audi A8 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A8 | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3520 mm |
