1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 9 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 501 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Navigator.

Because 1999 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Lincoln Navigator 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Lincoln Ford
Model Navigator Crown Victoria
Year Released 1999 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2355 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 72 L


 

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