2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 638 kg more than 2005 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera 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, 2005 Opel Frontera 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Mark LT | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2470 mm |
