2006 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 Lincoln LS.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln LS | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
Model | LS | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |