2004 Lincoln Mark X vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Mark X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Mark X would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 865 kg more than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
Model | Mark X | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4250 mm |