2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1997 Suzuki C2
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki C2 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki C2 (251 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki C2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1997 Suzuki C2.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki C2, 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki C2. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki C2. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1997 Suzuki C2 has manual transmission. 1997 Suzuki C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lincoln Town Car | 1997 Suzuki C2 | |
Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
Model | Town Car | C2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2240 mm |