1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 811 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 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Tundra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3221 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |