2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Durango | Navigator |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 494 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 127 L |