2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (156 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1786 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
Model | Navigator | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2592 kg | 806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 38 L |