2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln Mark LT 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 89 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 888 kg more than 2011 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2011 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Mark LT | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |
