2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 296 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. 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, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (279 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | Sebring | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
