2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 953 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Navigator.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Excursion | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 106 L |
