2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 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 3,931 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.
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, 2005 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | 300 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
