1999 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 768 kg more than 1999 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
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1999 GMC Safari | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | GMC | Lincoln |
Model | Safari | Navigator |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1988 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |