1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 7 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 196 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Continental. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Lincoln | Saturn |
| Model | Continental | Vue |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
