2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 64 kg more than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Silverado | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 114 L |
