2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Altezza 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 165 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 363 kg more than 2000 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Altezza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Altezza has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Altezza 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 | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Town Car | Altezza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 610 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1614 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |