2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 931 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Mondeo | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 128 L |
