2008 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 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 181 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1445 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. 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, 2002 Peugeot 206, 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206. 2008 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 206 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 | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
Model | Town Car | 206 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |