2005 Acura CL vs. 1999 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 775 kg more than 2005 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1999 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | CL | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
