2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 101 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1326 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 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 Volkswagen GTI. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
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2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Navigator | GTI |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |