1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 14 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 79 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
