2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 721 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (299 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Expedition | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
