2009 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 563 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln MKT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 Lincoln MKT (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2011 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A6 | MKT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
