2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300. 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | 300 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
