2011 Lincoln MKT vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 213 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lincoln MKT | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | MKT | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2103 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
