2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 8 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti M. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln LS | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Lincoln | Infiniti |
| Model | LS | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
