2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln LS | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Lincoln | Chrysler |
Model | LS | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |