1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 16 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 67 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental | XTS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
