2003 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (236 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 637 kg more than 2003 Ford Explorer. 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Explorer | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Explorer | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
