2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (286 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 248 kg more than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Town Car.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Yukon 2004 Lincoln Town Car
Make GMC Lincoln
Model Yukon Town Car
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 4603 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 239 HP
Torque 441 Nm 389 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 9 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2250 kg 2002 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 3000 mm


 

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