2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln LS 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 93 more horse power than 2002 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2002 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2002 Lincoln LS. 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 2002 Lincoln LS. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Navigator | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
