2006 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 Audi A8 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2007 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A8 | MKX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
