2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1962 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8. 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Lincoln |
| Model | D8 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3030 mm |
