2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 5 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 167 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 747 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 2004 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Fiorino 2004 Lincoln Town Car
Make Fiat Lincoln
Model Fiorino Town Car
Year Released 2009 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 4603 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 239 HP
Torque 118 Nm 389 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 2002 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 72 L


 

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