1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa. 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Previa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
