2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 928 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 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Sierra | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
