2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. 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 2011 Lexus IS. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lexus |
| Model | Navigator | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |
