2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Lincoln Mark LT were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 878 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Lincoln Mark LT 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 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
Make Audi Lincoln
Model A6 Mark LT
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2392 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 106 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 2358 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5690 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 114 L


 

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