2005 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | S4 | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
