2004 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2011 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Epica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Town Car 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 85 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Epica. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 427 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Epica. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Epica, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Epica. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Town Car | 2011 Chevrolet Epica | |
| Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
| Model | Town Car | Epica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2002 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
