1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 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 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 133 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LS | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
