1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 103 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Outback |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
