1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 870 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.
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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 996. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 996. 1999 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Navigator | 996 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
