2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2003 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Falcon 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 76 more horse power than 2003 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 843 kg more than 2003 Ford Falcon. 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 2003 Ford Falcon. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 2003 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Navigator | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |
