2010 Ford Flex vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2002 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 341 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.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex, 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, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Flex | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Flex | LS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
