2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 656 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cerato, 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Cerato | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Kia | Lincoln |
Model | Cerato | Town Car |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3142 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |