2000 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 13 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 43 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 168 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Hyundai Tucson is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
| Model | Continental | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1655 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
