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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 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 1322 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII.
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 | 5359 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
