2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 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 2004 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Ulysse 2004 Lincoln Town Car
Make Fiat Lincoln
Model Ulysse Town Car
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2944 cc 4603 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 239 HP
Torque 285 Nm 389 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1837 kg 2002 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 72 L


 

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