1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 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 57 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 412 kg more than 1996 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1996 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
| Model | Continental | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
