2001 Lexus GS 300 vs. 2001 Lincoln Continental
When comparing the 2001 Lexus GS 300's and the 2001 Lincoln Continental's specifications and ratings, the 2001 Lexus GS 300 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2001 Lincoln Continental has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2001 Lexus GS 300 and 2001 Lincoln Continental have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2001 Lexus GS 300's and the 2001 Lincoln Continental's specifications and ratings, the 2001 Lexus GS 300 is a better car than the 2001 Lincoln Continental.
2001 Lexus GS 300 vs. 2001 Lincoln Continental Pricing
A used 2001 Lexus GS 300 ranges from $3,433 to $10,963 while a used 2001 Lincoln Continental is priced between $1,295 to $7,926.
2001 Lexus GS 300 vs. 2001 Lincoln Continental Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2001 Lexus GS 300 loses 43.9 percent of its value and the 2001 Lincoln Continental loses 55 percent of its value. This means the 2001 Lexus GS 300 retains 11.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2001 Lincoln Continental.
2001 Lexus GS 300 vs. 2001 Lincoln Continental Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus GS 300 is 8.9 out of 10 while the Lincoln Continental's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Lexus GS 300 being ranked 6 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Lincoln Continental being ranked 2 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
2001 Lexus GS 300 vs. 2001 Lincoln Continental Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus GS 300 is 9.1 out of 10. For the Lincoln Continental the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Lexus GS 300 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln Continental.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2001 Lexus GS 300’s base engine makes 220 horsepower, and the 2001 Lincoln Continental base engine makes 275 horsepower. Both the GS 300 and the Continental are rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 418 and 460 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2001 Lexus GS 300 and 2001 Lincoln Continental are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2001 Lincoln Continental has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3433 - 10963
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.438701
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1295 - 7926
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.549895
Lexus GS 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.923222 / 10
Reliability:
9.146444 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lincoln Continental Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.495448 / 10
Reliability:
8.286346 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus GS 300 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 29Lincoln Continental Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2001 Lexus GS 300 Trim Levels
Base
2001 Lincoln Continental Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
220 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 4750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 418 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 460 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3638 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
189.2 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3848 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
56 inches
Length:
208.5 inches
Wheelbase:
117.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/60R16