2005 Infiniti M vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 701 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lincoln |
| Model | M | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 127 L |
