2003 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 136 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
| Model | LS | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |
