1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 14 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 6 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Lincoln | Audi |
Model | Continental | Q5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |