2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 359 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln LS | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | S |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |