2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 870 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2009 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | STS | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 127 L |
