2007 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 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, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 397 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata, 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 | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
| Model | Town Car | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |
