2001 Lincoln LS vs. 2010 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lincoln LS 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 58 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2001 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (362 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lincoln LS | 2010 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
Model | LS | Navigator |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1989 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 127 L |