1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 662 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
