2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Lumina | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |