2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Lincoln MKX
To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 and 2008 Lincoln MKX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,124 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (456 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (266 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2008 Lincoln MKX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lincoln MKX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (302 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2008 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | S4 | MKX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4124 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 456 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
