2005 Lincoln Zephyr vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Zephyr would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Zephyr weights approximately 72 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Zephyr (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Zephyr | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Zephyr | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
