2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1147 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. 2012 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Mustang | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
