1996 Lexus ES vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Lexus ES is newer by 1 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 7 more horse power than 1996 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus ES | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | ES | Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
