1998 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1998 Holden Statesman. 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 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Statesman | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Statesman | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3327 mm |
