2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Nitro and 2005 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Nitro | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3020 mm |
