2012 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 13 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 784 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Tahoe | LS |
Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2471 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |