2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln MKS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2010 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A4 | MKS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
