2004 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 691 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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 2004 Honda Insight. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Insight | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Insight | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 127 L |
