2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 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 1998 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Suburban | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |