2000 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escape | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 127 L |
