2006 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln LS. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln LS | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Lincoln | Ford |
Model | LS | F-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |