2003 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 533 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 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |