1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
