2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Caddy 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 199 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 941 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. 2007 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Navigator | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 128 L | 60 L |