1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Continental 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 660 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
