2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Suzuki Swift, 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Swift 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 | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
Model | Town Car | Swift |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |