1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 147 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln LS | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
Model | LS | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |