1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX 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, 1997 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 4 kg more than 1997 Lincoln Continental.
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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Continental | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1621 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
