2002 Toyota Camry vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Camry. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 227 kg more than 2002 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Toyota Camry, 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, 2002 Toyota Camry (279 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Camry | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Toyota | Lincoln |
| Model | Camry | LS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1687 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
