2005 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |