2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 11 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2006 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Canyon | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4601 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2870 mm |
