2007 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Epica and 2007 Lincoln Navigator were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 861 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Epica | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Epica | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 128 L |
