2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse

To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 8 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 119 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 979 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Lincoln Navigator 2012 Buick LaCrosse
Make Lincoln Buick
Model Navigator LaCrosse
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4900 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2719 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 5001 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2837 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14.7 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 59 L


 

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