1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 1997 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1997 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
