1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 923 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Savana 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 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental, 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Continental | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Lincoln | GMC |
Model | Continental | Savana |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |