2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic 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 193 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1629 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. 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 2003 Honda Civic. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2003 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lincoln | Honda |
| Model | Navigator | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
