2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-150 (398 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | F-150 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4000 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 75 L |
