2006 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2006 Lincoln Mark LT and 2006 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 906 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT 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, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark LT | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |
