1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 14 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 498 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
