2007 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 337 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln Town Car | 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Town Car | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1640 kg |
