2008 Lexus GS vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, both 2008 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS (304 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 618 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
Because 2008 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus GS | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
Model | GS | Mark LT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 114 L |