2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Suburban | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 75 L |
