2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 845 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Navigator | Serena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
