2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 176 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1537 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Navigator | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2592 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |