1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 99 L |
