2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 376 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (388 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln LS | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | LS | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3932 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 255 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |