2007 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape.
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, 2000 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape. 2000 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Escape | 2000 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escape | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 75 L |
