1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 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 26 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 599 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
| Model | Navigator | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
