2006 Lincoln LS vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 921 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln LS | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Lincoln | Honda |
Model | LS | Life |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |