2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 228 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 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
