2003 Acura TL vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL 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 81 more horse power than 2003 Acura TL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2003 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | TL | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
