2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2402 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Toyota | Lincoln |
| Model | Highlander | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
