2006 Ford Escape vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2042 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escape | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4601 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
