2000 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 11 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, 2000 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 147 kg more than 2000 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lincoln Continental | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Lincoln | SsangYong |
Model | Continental | Kyron |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |