2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln LS | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Lincoln | Land Rover |
Model | LS | Defender |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |