2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Toyota FXS. (188 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 411 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS. 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | LS | FXS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
