2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Lincoln Navigator were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 307 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Explorer | Navigator |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |