2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
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 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Almera 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 125 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 724 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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 Nissan Almera, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lincoln Town Car | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Town Car | Almera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1253 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |