2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 610 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Silverado | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
