2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1579 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Xedos |
| Model | Navigator | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
