1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 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 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Continental | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
