1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 5 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 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Lincoln | Jaguar |
Model | Continental | XJ |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3032 mm |