2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 171 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1169 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | Tucson | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 106 L |
