1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 855 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Lincoln | Seat |
| Model | Continental | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
