2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 603 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln LS | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | LS | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 140 L |