2005 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 853 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln Town Car | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town Car | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 389 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |