2000 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 10 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. Both 2000 Lincoln Continental and 2010 Lexus LS are equipped with a 4,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2000 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LS 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 2010 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2010 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Lexus LS | |
Make | Lincoln | Lexus |
Model | Continental | LS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |