2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2007 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chrysler Sebring | 2007 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | Sebring | Town Car |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |