2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 17 kg more than 2004 Honda Legend.
Because 2005 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 298 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Lincoln | Honda |
| Model | LS | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
