2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 609 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | SSR | LS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 542 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |