2002 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 82 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 502 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. 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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Accord | Town Car |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 224 Nm | 389 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |