2008 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1999 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1999 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Skoda Felicia, 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, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Felicia. 2008 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1999 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1999 Skoda Felicia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lincoln Town Car | 1999 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Lincoln | Skoda |
Model | Town Car | Felicia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 389 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2460 mm |