2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1258 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | F-150 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2870 mm |
