2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 587 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | Terracan | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
