2001 Acura RL vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 917 kg more than 2001 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | RL | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
