2004 Lincoln Mark X vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Mark X is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 3,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Mark X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Mark X | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Mark X | Stagea |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |