2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 619 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (387 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 17.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 141 L |
