1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 16 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 2012 Peugeot 5008. (161 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2735 mm |
