2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Lincoln Continental
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Lincoln Continental were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln Continental (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2002 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. 2002 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | 156 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
