2003 Ford Model U vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Model U. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Model U would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2003 Ford Model U. (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Model U.
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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Model U. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Model U.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Model U | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Model U | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
