1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 739 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 1999 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navigator | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
