2006 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln Mark LT would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln Mark LT | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Mark LT | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 850 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2860 mm |