2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 229 kg more than 1998 Lincoln Continental.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Sprinter | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
