2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 24 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | 300 | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
