1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 10 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 686 kg more than 1998 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
Model | Continental | Navigator |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 127 L |