2002 Lincoln Continental vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Lincoln Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera 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 275 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera 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, 2000 Opel Frontera 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera. 2002 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Frontera 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 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
