2003 Lincoln Continental 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 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln Continental 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 83 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 608 kg more than 2003 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Continental | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 114 L |
