2003 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2003 Ford Focus and 2003 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus, 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Focus | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Focus | LS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |