2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky

To start off, both 2005 Lincoln LS and 2005 Toyota Sparky were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,931 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 641 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 Toyota Sparky 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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lincoln LS 2005 Toyota Sparky
Make Lincoln Toyota
Model LS Sparky
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3931 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 86 HP
Torque 388 Nm 130 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 79.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1711 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1900 mm


 

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