2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 389 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Mustang | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
