2006 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 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 118 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 696 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Lincoln | Buick |
| Model | Mark LT | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 59 L |
