2011 Dodge Nitro vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Nitro | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Nitro | LS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1832 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |