2006 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Lincoln LS

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 612 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2001 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Accord 2001 Lincoln LS
Make Honda Lincoln
Model Accord LS
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1075 kg 1687 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 68 L


 

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