2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK 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 2255 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
Model | XK | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |