2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | 300 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
