1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 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 13 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
