1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara 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 69 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Lincoln | Opel |
Model | Continental | Antara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |