2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 941 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Navigator | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 128 L | 90 L |