2000 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza. 2000 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
