2007 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2010 Lexus RX

To start off, 2010 Lexus RX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus RX (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Town Car. (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus RX weights approximately 73 kg more than 2007 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 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 2007 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus RX, 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.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lincoln Town Car 2010 Lexus RX
Make Lincoln Lexus
Model Town Car RX
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1977 kg 2050 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1885 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 3150 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 73 L


 

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