2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 294 kg more than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
Model | Mark LT | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 117 L |