2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1402 kg more than 2006 Jeep Commander.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Commander | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
Model | Commander | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |