1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 9 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 48 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (169 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 1999 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
