2004 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 2004 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
