2003 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 648 kg more than 2003 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Titan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |