2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Prizm 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 117 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 912 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm 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:
| 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Prizm | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
