2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 148 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.
Because 2003 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 2003 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | LaCrosse | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
