2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 600 kg more than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1991 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Suburban | Mark VII |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |