1997 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 9 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 481 kg more than 1997 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT 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, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 GMC Safari | 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Safari | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 114 L |
