2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Express | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
