2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (495 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Suburban | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| 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 | 325 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
