1996 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1223 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CR-V | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | CR-V | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3023 mm |
