2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Town Car (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Town Car.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Silverado | Town Car |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |