1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 865 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1999 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 1999 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln LS | 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | |
Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
Model | LS | Mark LT |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 114 L |