2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 274 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan, 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark LT | Routan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 78 L |
