2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2012 Renault Fluence
To start off, 2012 Renault Fluence is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lincoln Town Car 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) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Renault Fluence. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 647 kg more than 2012 Renault Fluence. 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, 2012 Renault Fluence, 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. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Fluence has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Fluence 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 | 2012 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Town Car | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 140 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2702 mm |
