2005 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1272 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 2011 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escape | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 127 L |
