2003 Lincoln Continental vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2003 Lincoln Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 283 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln Continental | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
