2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1563 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lincoln |
| Model | Touareg | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2194 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
