2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2002 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | 300 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
