1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 705 kg more than 2004 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Express | LS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |
