2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 762 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso, 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | Picasso | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
