2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 2439 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lincoln |
| Model | Phaeton | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
