2007 Nissan Murano vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 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, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Murano | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
Model | Murano | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |