2002 Lincoln Continental vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Lincoln Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis 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 262 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lincoln Continental | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
