2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | 300 | LS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 258 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |