2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (174 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2175 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
Model | Freelander | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 290 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |