2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 827 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Canyon | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4599 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
