2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 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 50 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 653 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | 300 | Mark LT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 114 L |