2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 331 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Civic | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
