2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 748 kg more than 2001 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Durango | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3023 mm |
