2005 Lincoln Continental vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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 15 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln Continental | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Lincoln | Vauxhall |
Model | Continental | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |