2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 948 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2008 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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:
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | PT Cruiser | Town Car |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |