2002 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 9 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 222 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2446 mm |
