1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 638 kg more than 1997 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Armada |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2388 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |