2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid 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 103 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 687 kg more than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Intrepid | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3020 mm |
