2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz E 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 166 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 697 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navigator | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
