2005 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 141 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
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) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
