2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1402 kg more than 2008 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Commander | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 |
