2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 4 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 112 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke. 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, 2012 Nissan Juke, 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Juke has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Juke 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.
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2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Mark LT | Juke |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |