2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 155 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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:

2003 Daihatsu YRV 2005 Lincoln Town Car
Make Daihatsu Lincoln
Model YRV Town Car
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 240 HP
Torque 120 Nm 389 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.4:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 2002 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 72 L


 

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