1999 Lexus GS vs. 2004 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Lexus GS.
Because 1999 Lexus GS 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 1999 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lexus GS | 2004 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
Model | GS | Continental |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |