1999 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Town Car | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town Car | ML |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |