2002 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 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 242 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lincoln | Mini |
Model | Continental | Cooper |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |