1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1997 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |