2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII

To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 1929 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
Make Jeep Lincoln
Model Grand Cherokee Mark VIII
Year Released 2009 1998
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 381 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 548 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline 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 1828 kg 3757 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5263 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1361 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2870 mm