2007 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 230 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark LT | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2575 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 105 L |
