1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 13 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 47 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
| Model | Continental | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
