2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2005 Volvo S60
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 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 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 172 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 789 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Mark LT | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 68 L |
