2005 Fiat Doblo 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 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Doblo 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 178 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2005 Fiat Doblo. 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 Fiat Doblo, 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo. 2008 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Doblo 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 Fiat Doblo | 2008 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Doblo | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
