2004 Lincoln Mark X vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Lincoln Mark X and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Mark X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Mark X 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 2004 Lincoln Mark X. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra, 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, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Mark X | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Lincoln | Opel |
Model | Mark X | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |