2004 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2002 Volvo C70
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 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo C70 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 77 more horse power than 2002 Volvo C70. (162 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 602 kg more than 2002 Volvo C70. 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 Volvo C70, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo C70. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Town Car | 2002 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
Model | Town Car | C70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 162 HP |
Torque | 389 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2002 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |