2000 Ford 24.7 vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford 24.7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford 24.7 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Ford 24.7. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford 24.7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 794 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford 24.7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford 24.7. (359 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford 24.7.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford 24.7 2005 Lincoln Town Car
Make Ford Lincoln
Model 24.7 Town Car
Year Released 2000 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 128 HP 240 HP
Torque 359 Nm 389 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 1208 kg 2002 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2910 mm


 

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