2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 684 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 2010 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Skoda | Lincoln |
Model | Octavia | Town Car |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3142 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |