2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 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 94 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 430 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 (388 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln LS | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
Model | LS | Colorado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3932 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 186 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |