2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 9 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 167 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1278 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Lincoln Navigator 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
Make Lincoln Chevrolet
Model Navigator Cruze
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 82 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2719 kg 1441 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 4597 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14.7 L/100km 5.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 59 L