2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1997 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1997 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Excursion | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 75 L |