2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Lincoln MKX
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Lincoln MKX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A8 | MKX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |