2004 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 7 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 178 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 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Lincoln | Saab |
| Model | Continental | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2800 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 | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
