2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 686 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Corvette | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 114 L |
