2005 Toyota MR2 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 691 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Lincoln LS (278 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2. 2002 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota MR2 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Toyota | Lincoln |
| Model | MR2 | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
