2000 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda 626 | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Mazda | Lincoln |
Model | 626 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1971 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5471 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |