Ford Escort vs Lincoln Continental
The Ford Escort is more fuel-efficient at 30 MPG combined, against 18 MPG for the Lincoln Continental. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,450 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Escort | Lincoln Continental | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 413 | 399 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 22 and 70 | 7 and 21 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 128,000 miles | 120,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 18 MPG |
| City and highway | 27 and 37 | 15 and 22 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,250 | $3,700 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 413 complaints for the Ford Escort and 399 for the Lincoln Continental. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Ford Escort, 3 for the Lincoln Continental.