2000 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1432 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. 2010 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lincoln |
| Model | Passat | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 2741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3327 mm |
