2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 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 92 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1204 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Navigator | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93.2 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |
