1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 13 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 172 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 840 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. 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 2012 Kia Carens. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Lincoln | Kia |
Model | Navigator | Carens |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |