2003 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 398 kg more than 2003 Infiniti QX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti QX4 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti QX4 | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lincoln |
| Model | QX4 | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3520 mm |
