2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 6 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 782 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Navigator | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
