2003 Peugeot 106 vs. 2010 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1191 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 106, 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, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 106. 2010 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 106 | 2010 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Peugeot | Lincoln |
| Model | 106 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5471 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
