2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2004 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Expedition | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 386 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |