2003 Acura CL vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 36 kg more than 2008 Lincoln Navigator.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | CL | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 127 L |
