2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Uplander | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
