2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 778 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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 (298 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln LS | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
| Model | LS | Exige |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 257 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 44 L |
