2004 Lincoln Mark X vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Mark X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Mark X would be higher. At 3,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Mark X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Mark X | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Lincoln | Audi |
Model | Mark X | Q5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2807 mm |