2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT

To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 720 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.

Because 2009 Cadillac CTS 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac CTS 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
Make Cadillac Lincoln
Model CTS Mark LT
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 304 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1638 kg 2358 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 5690 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 114 L


 

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