2001 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 622 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Malibu | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3000 mm |
