2003 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari 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 113 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 637 kg more than 2003 GMC Safari. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Safari | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | GMC | Lincoln |
Model | Safari | Navigator |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |