1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 38 more horse power than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 226 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
