2005 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2001 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Demio. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2001 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Demio, 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Demio. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln Town Car | 2001 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Town Car | Demio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 62 HP |
Torque | 389 Nm | 101 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2400 mm |