2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 307 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | CR-V | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
