2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1667 kg more than 2005 GMC Yukon.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Yukon | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
