2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
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 Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Navigator | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |