2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (303 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C 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 788 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. (410 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mark LT | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 69 L |