2002 Lincoln Continental vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Lincoln Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. 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 284 more horse power than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4. 2002 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota RAV4 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 Lincoln Continental | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
