Lincoln Continental vs. Lincoln Town Car
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lincoln Continental and Lincoln Town Car contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Lincoln Continental and the Lincoln Town Car.
In comparing the Lincoln Continental's and the Lincoln Town Car's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Continental has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lincoln Continental's and the Lincoln Town Car's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Continental is a better car than the Lincoln Town Car.
Pricing: A used 2002 Lincoln Continental ranges from $1,966 to $9,976 while a used 2002 Lincoln Town Car is priced between $2,829 to $12,991.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lincoln Continental’s base engine makes 275 horsepower, and the Lincoln Town Car base engine makes 220 horsepower. The Continental is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 460 miles. The Town Car is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 399 miles. This gives the Lincoln Continental the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lincoln Town Car. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings: The Lincoln Continental has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$38,955
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$63,967
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$38,955 - $73,145
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$40,940
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$5,444
Price Range:
$1,966 - $9,976
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$6,249
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$5,305 - $7,999
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
74,006
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$6,957
Price Range:
$2,829 - $12,991
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
133,494
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Lincoln Continental Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln Town Car Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lincoln Continental
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lincoln Town Car
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
1.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
1 - 6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Lincoln Continental Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 17Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
13 out of / 17Lincoln Town Car Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lincoln Continental Trim Levels
Base
Lincoln Town Car Trim Levels
Cartier, Cartier L, Executive, Executive L, Signature
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 4750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 4750 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 399 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4047 lbs
Width:
78.2 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
215.3 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:
P225/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clearcoat
Blue
Pearl Blue Clearcoat Metallic
Gold
Light Parchment Gold Clearcoat Metallic
Green
Aspen Green Clearcoat Metallic
Red
Autumn Red Clearcoat Metallic
Silver
Silver Birch Clearcoat Metallic
White
Ivory Parchment Clearcoat Tri-Coat / Vibrant White Clearcoat / White Pearlescent Clearcoat Tri-Coat Metallic
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clearcoat / Black Clearcoat/Medium Platinum
Blue
Aqua Blue Clearcoat Metallic / Pearl Blue Clearcoat Metallic
Gold
Light Parchment Gold Clearcoat Metallic
Green
Aspen Green Clearcoat Metallic
Red
Autumn Red Clearcoat Metallic
Silver
Silver Frost Clearcoat Metallic
White
Vibrant White Clearcoat / Vibrant White Clearcoat/Silver Frost Clearcoat Metallic / White Pearlescent Clearcoat Metallic Monotone
Gray
Midnight Grey Clearcoat Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Light Parchment / Medium Parchment
Gray
Deep Charcoal / Light Graphite
Blue
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Medium Parchment
Gray
Deep Charcoal / Light Graphite
Blue
Deep Slate Blue
White
Light Parchment / Oxford White/Light Graphite
