2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 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 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 426 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Avalanche | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5299 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
