2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Navigator 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 158 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (138 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1029 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 2005 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Navigator | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
