1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 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 180 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 730 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
