2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln Mark LT would be higher. 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 142 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 598 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. 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, 2012 Audi A5, 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Mark LT | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 67 L |
