2005 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2004 Infiniti I

To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti I. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 467 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I. 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, 2004 Infiniti I, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lincoln Town Car 2004 Infiniti I
Make Lincoln Infiniti
Model Town Car I
Year Released 2005 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4603 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 239 HP 224 HP
Torque 389 Nm 270 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1977 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2760 mm


 

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