2005 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2004 Renault Megane
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 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane.
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 Renault Megane, 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Town Car | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Town Car | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
