2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 941 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
| Model | Navigator | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
