2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 928 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (299 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
