2005 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 296 kg more than 2008 Lincoln Navigator.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LS | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | LS | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 127 L |
