2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 192 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 318 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark LT | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 75 L |
