2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram, 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, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram. 2008 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2008 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Ram | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
