2005 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1448 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 2013 Lincoln Navigator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Focus | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
