2006 Lexus SC vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 164 kg more than 2006 Lexus SC.
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 Lexus SC (431 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus SC | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | SC | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
