1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Express | Continental |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |