2006 Lincoln LS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Lincoln LS and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 77 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2006 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln LS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |