2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1519 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Focus | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
