2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore. 2005 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2000 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 2000 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Commodore | Continental |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
