2008 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 2 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, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 986 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | MDX | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 114 L |
