2005 Acura RL vs. 2003 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm). This means 2003 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2003 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Acura | Lincoln |
Model | RL | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |