2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (362 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Mustang | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
