1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (447 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Impala | LS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |
