2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Lincoln Mark X
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Mark X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Mark X would be higher. At 4,566 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 287 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2008 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Mark X.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac XLR | 2004 Lincoln Mark X | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | XLR | Mark X |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4566 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |