2002 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 777 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus 2005 Lincoln Town Car
Make Ford Lincoln
Model Focus Town Car
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 4603 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 239 HP
Torque 169 Nm 389 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1977 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 72 L


 

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