2005 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 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 50 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 218 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
