2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Tahoe | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
