2006 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 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, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1291 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark LT | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| 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 | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |
