2009 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental

To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 784 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Escape 1999 Lincoln Continental
Make Ford Lincoln
Model Escape Continental
Year Released 2009 1999
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6550 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 372 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 90.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline 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 966 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5300 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 75 L


 

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