2004 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 209 kg more than 2004 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Porsche | Lincoln |
| Model | Cayenne | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4505 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 106 L |
