1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 621 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Lincoln | Honda |
Model | Continental | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |