2005 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2004 Renault Modus
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 Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Modus 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 161 more horse power than 2004 Renault Modus. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 742 kg more than 2004 Renault Modus. 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 Renault Modus, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Modus. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Modus. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Modus 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 | 2004 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Town Car | Modus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| 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 | 79 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2002 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
