2002 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 8 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 160 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Lincoln | Honda |
| Model | Continental | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
