2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln Navigator. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 323 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Silverado | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
