1999 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 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, 1999 Lincoln Town Car (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Town Car.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. 1999 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Town Car | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Town Car | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
