2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 599 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
| Model | Defender | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
