2010 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi A6 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A6 | LS |
Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4915 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2842 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |