1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 78 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln MKS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Silverado | MKS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2868 mm |
