2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln LS | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
Model | LS | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |