2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Navigator | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
