1998 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKT (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 178 kg more than 1998 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 GMC Safari 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 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT, 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, 2013 Lincoln MKT (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Safari | MKT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
