2007 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 860 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark LT | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4964 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2575 kg | 1715 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
