2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1999 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Ram | Town Car |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 85 L |