2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1999 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti I 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 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 848 kg more than 1999 Infiniti I. 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 1999 Infiniti I. 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 (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 1999 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Lincoln | Infiniti |
| Model | Navigator | I |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
