1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 6 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | LS | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
