2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Magnum | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
