2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln Navigator 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) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (218 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (407 Nm). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Navigator | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
