1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Continental | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
