2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | Escalade | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |