2008 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera 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 @ 4900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 985 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. 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, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera. 2008 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera 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 | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Town Car | Almera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |