2004 GMC Canyon vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon 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, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Canyon | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
