2003 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1243 kg more than 2003 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape. 2008 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escape | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 106 L |
