1999 GMC Sierra vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 1999 GMC Sierra and 1999 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 123 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Sierra | LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2990 mm |
