1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1957 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
