2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Navigator | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
