2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (207 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 442 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac BLS. 2004 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2007 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2007 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | BLS | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
