1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 14 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 61 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 462 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Lincoln | Kia |
Model | Continental | Forte |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1288 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |