2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Navigator.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
| Model | Navigator | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 148 L |
