2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 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 34 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Navigator | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2592 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
