2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Silverado | LS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |