2001 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 69 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2012 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 (362 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lincoln LS | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
