2006 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 412 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A6 | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
