2006 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 675 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Civic | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
