2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 217 kg more than 2011 Ford Expedition.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Navigator | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 106 L |
