2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 121 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | LeSabre | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
