2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 672 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Express | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4599 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
