2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima 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 127 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1296 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Navigator | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2592 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 76 L |
