2009 Audi A5 vs. 2004 Lincoln Mark X
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Mark X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Mark X would be higher. At 3,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Mark X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2004 Lincoln Mark X | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A5 | Mark X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
