2006 Lincoln LS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2006 Lincoln LS and 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 59 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 743 kg more than 2006 Lincoln LS.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln LS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | GL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 2454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |