2003 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda NSX 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 51 more horse power than 2003 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1289 kg more than 2003 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator will offer significantly more control. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda NSX | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | NSX | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
