2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 64 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (237 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 589 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navigator | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 15.5 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
