2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 607 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Silverado | LS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |