1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 38 kg more than 1999 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln LS | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
Model | LS | GTO |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |