2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Freestyle | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
