1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Continental | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
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 Weight | 1750 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 69 L |