2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Lincoln MKZ were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lincoln MKZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln MKZ. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln MKZ.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Lincoln MKZ | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A6 | MKZ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |