2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2005 Lincoln LS and 2005 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 719 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (298 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | LS | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 968 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
