2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2001 Renault Talisman
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Talisman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Talisman would be higher. 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) has 226 more horse power than 2001 Renault Talisman. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Talisman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 758 kg more than 2001 Renault Talisman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Talisman. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Talisman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 2001 Renault Talisman | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Mark LT | Talisman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 83 L |
