2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1997 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 546 kg more than 1997 Nissan President. 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 1997 Nissan President. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lincoln Navigator | 1997 Nissan President | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Navigator | President |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3040 mm |