1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Kia Amanti

To start off, 2007 Kia Amanti is newer by 8 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, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental.

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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Amanti.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Lincoln Continental 2007 Kia Amanti
Make Lincoln Kia
Model Continental Amanti
Year Released 1999 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 261 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1860 mm