1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 10 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 307 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
