2004 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 6 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, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 314 kg more than 2004 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Acura MDX | |
Make | Lincoln | Acura |
Model | Continental | MDX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |