1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 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 135 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 1998 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Sportage | Continental |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
