2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2005 MG ZR

To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG ZR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG ZR 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 137 more horse power than 2005 MG ZR. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 777 kg more than 2005 MG ZR. 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, 2005 MG ZR, 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZR. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZR. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2005 MG ZR has manual transmission. 2005 MG ZR 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 2005 MG ZR
Make Lincoln MG
Model Town Car ZR
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4606 cc 1395 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 239 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 389 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
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 1095 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 50 L