2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
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 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Mark LT | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |
