2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 107 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | CTS | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |