2005 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Lincoln | Infiniti |
| Model | Continental | I |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
