2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 13 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 405 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Terracan | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | Terracan | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
