2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz A 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 98 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 507 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (310 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A 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 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town Car | A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
