1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 12 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 2011 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 564 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Lincoln | Kia |
Model | Continental | Soul |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1600 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 | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |