2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Lincoln Mark LT were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 798 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 2008 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | CTS | Mark LT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 114 L |