1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Navigator | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
