1997 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 226 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
Make | GMC | Lincoln |
Model | Safari | LS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |