1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2007 Lincoln MKZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKZ 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, 2007 Lincoln MKZ (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Trans Sport | MKZ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
