2011 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 816 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2, 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lincoln Town Car | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Town Car | 2 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1971 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5471 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1499 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |