2002 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 10 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 192 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Because 2012 Infiniti G25 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 2012 Infiniti G25. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Infiniti |
| Model | Continental | G25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1453 mm |
