2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 804 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln LS | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
| Model | LS | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
