1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 10 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. 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, 1996 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Lincoln | Saturn |
| Model | Continental | ION |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |
