2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1999 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 1999 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Silverado | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
