2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (229 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln LS | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | LS | Avalon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |