2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1998 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Ford Freestyle 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Freestyle | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
