2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental

To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Lincoln Continental.

Because 2006 Cadillac CTS 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 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 1998 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac CTS 1998 Lincoln Continental
Make Cadillac Lincoln
Model CTS Continental
Year Released 2006 1998
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3173 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 372 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5250 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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