2005 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Lincoln Continental and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 130 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 870 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2005 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Corsa 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 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 46 L |
