1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 15 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, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 195 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 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Lincoln | Ford |
Model | Continental | Escape |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |