1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 10 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 51 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 741 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback. 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Navigator | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
