2000 Lincoln Continental vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Lincoln Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lincoln Continental | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
