2005 Lincoln Continental vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. 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, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (153 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. 2005 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Meriva has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Continental | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Lincoln | Vauxhall |
| Model | Continental | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
