2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 196 kg more than 1998 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Enclave | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |