2007 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln Mark LT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Mark LT | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2575 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 55 L |
