2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | LS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
