2008 GMC Savana vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 431 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | GMC | Lincoln |
Model | Savana | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |