2009 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Delta. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 572 kg more than 2009 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Delta, 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Delta. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Delta. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2009 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 2009 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Delta | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
| Model | Delta | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
