2002 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln Continental 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 246 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 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, 2005 Mazda 6 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
