1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 17 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 453 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 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lincoln Continental | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Lincoln | GMC |
Model | Continental | Acadia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |