1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 117 kg more than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln LS 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 2005 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Intrepid | LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
