2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT

To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 317 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 437 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.

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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lincoln LS 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
Make Lincoln Porsche
Model LS Carrera GT
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2964 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 549 HP
Torque 298 Nm 600 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 76 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1687 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 3020 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 90 L


 

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