2004 Lincoln Mark X vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Mark X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Mark X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Mark X | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark X | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
