2000 Hyundai Lantra 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 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Lantra 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 153 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 907 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 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 Hyundai Lantra, 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Lantra | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
Model | Lantra | Town Car |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 128 Nm | 389 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |