2001 Lincoln LS vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2001 Lincoln LS and 2001 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 272 kg more than 2001 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima. 2001 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2001 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 2001 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Lincoln LS | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | LS | Maxima |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |