2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Envoy | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2870 mm |
