2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2002 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln Continental (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
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, 2002 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2002 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Taurus X | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
