2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1999 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Town Car (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 386 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus, 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, 1999 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 1999 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Stratus | Town Car |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |