2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2004 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 554 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2004 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | E-250 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
