2003 Lincoln Continental vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2003 Lincoln Continental and 2003 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 109 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206. 2003 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln Continental | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 206 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
