2005 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Continental 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 89 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 181 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 2005 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
