2006 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Because 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Sierra. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Lincoln | GMC |
| Model | Mark LT | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 98 L |
