2005 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (282 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 404 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln Town Car | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
Model | Town Car | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 389 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2002 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |