2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 500 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | Santa Fe | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
