1999 Lexus LX vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus LX weights approximately 558 kg more than 2009 Lincoln Navigator.
Because 1999 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus LX | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | LX | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
