2005 Lincoln Continental vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 Rover 800. 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, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Continental | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Rover |
| Model | Continental | 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
