2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2000 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | CTS | Continental |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |