2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz 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 135 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 242 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 1999 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Jazz | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
