2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 75 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | Mark LT | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 64 L |