2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 8 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 89 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1817 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Freestar | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2870 mm |