1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 500 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 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental | Touareg |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |