2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Because 2003 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 298 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Uplander | LS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |