2006 Lincoln LS vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (239 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 666 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC, 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln LS | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Lincoln | Saturn |
| Model | LS | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
