2002 Lincoln LS vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 353 kg more than 2002 Lincoln LS.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lincoln LS | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | Viano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |