2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 148 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1515 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Accord | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
