1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 284 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
